The Last Full Day!

7-7-2013

Today is our final full day here in Romania, we will be leaving tomorrow.  We had church services outside because so many people came, praise The Lord,  and a baby dedication during the service. Mid service we had to cram inside because it started raining on us. In Romanian culture, the Orthodox Church, they perform baby baptisms but because we believe baptism is reserved for those who have accepted The Lord as their Savior, here they dedicate their children for the service of The Lord.  We had a small ceremony where they prayed over her, for her future, and for her parents. Bro Philip brought the message, and very clearly explained salvation and how we can do nothing for it, he did a great job. After services we spent some time hanging out, playing, and taking pictures with the kids that came from VBS.  We headed back to our hotel to change clothes and pick up the pizza for lunch while Bro Dave took all the kids home. The kids have no way to get to church so Bro Dave and Bro Vasi will go pick them up and then take them back home after services. We spent the afternoon in fellowship and rest as we were all very tired, I know I needed a good nap, and I felt much better afterward. Some of the team members went for a walk into town to look around while I rested. At about 5:50 we made our way back to the Manary's and had an awesome time singing praises to our Lord for about 45 min.  We the heard sis Manary's testimony and had a time of reflection on the trip. It was a special time of thank yous, tears, and laughter.  Everyone got the opportunity to reflect on the trip and share how they felt about the trip. We ended the evening with encouragement to the team to stay on fire for The Lord when we get home and a warning on what to expect as well. God worked in an amazing way through this team and satan is going to try to discourage each one of us. If you are reading this please pray for each team member and if you can lift each one up in a special way. I can't believe our time of service in Romania is over, it came and went so quickly. We are all going to miss Romania so much, especially the Manary family, it has definitely left an impression on each one of our hearts. To seal team 7... good job gang!! I'm so proud and honored that I was able to co-labor  with each one of you, you all are extremely special to me and Allie, and we look forward to serving with you again!! Until next time!!